Victor Mather
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Who’s the Best in Men’s Tennis? It Depends on How You Measure.
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic all have credible claims to be considered the best. Here are a few ways to consider their gaudy...
Here’s What to Know About EuroBasket
The championship of Europe for men’s national basketball teams is being played for the first time since 2017. It is down to the last four...
Dak Prescott Injured in Cowboys Loss to Buccaneers
A convincing loss to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers was compounded by an injury to Dak Prescott that will require surgery.
Sacramento Republic in U.S. Open Cup Final Against Orlando City
Deep runs in the competition are rare for clubs from outside Major League Soccer. But Sacramento already knocked off three M.L.S. teams, and Orlando City...
Champions League Holds Its Draw
Manchester City will face Borussia Dortmund, from whom it bought the star striker Erling Haaland.
A Surprising Year Could Culminate in a Surprising U.S. Open
Two unseeded players won in a big U.S. Open warm-up tournament, another unexpected result in an odd tennis season.
Liberty Guard Sabrina Ionescu’s Historic WNBA Season, By the Numbers
Ionescu, the All-Star Liberty guard, had a historic season in her third year that helped propel her team to the playoffs.
Why the N.B.A. Won’t Schedule Games on Election Day in November
More than a dozen N.B.A. arenas were used as voting sites for the 2020 election.
What to Know About the WNBA Playoffs
The Chicago Sky will try to defend their championship, but Las Vegas and Connecticut are threats. So is Seattle, with the retiring Sue Bird.
Bill Russell’s No. 6 Joins Rare Class of Retired Jersey Numbers
Just three sports icons have had their jersey numbers retired leaguewide. Russell, the N.B.A.’s Boston Celtics legend, is the latest.